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Man Shot and Killed in Miami-Dade

Miami-Dade Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed Wednesday.

The shooting happened just before 2:30 p.m. in the 5100 block of Northwest 29th Avenue, officials said.

The victim has been identified as 29-year-old Travis Riggins.

Police said a call came in for shots fired in the area. Miami-Dade Public Schools Police officers were first to arrive at the scene.

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue also responded and pronounced Riggins dead at the scene. He was found with multiple gunshot wounds.

Detectives said a subject dressed in dark-colored clothing was seen running back to the passenger side of a white, newer model SUV and fled westbound on Northwest 52nd Street. 

The motive for the shooting is unknown at this time. 

The investigation is ongoing.

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